The following video explains the effects of rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament on the stifle joint, including some of the diagnostic tests used to identify cranial cruciate ligament rupture and three common surgical procedures used to treat the surgical disease.
PLEASE NOTE: These animations are NOT a guide to performing the procedure, and DO NOT advocate the use of one procedure over another. They have been intentionally simplified to ease understanding of the principles of each procedure.
This animation is free to view thanks to the generosity of the PetPlan Charitable Trust.
The 3D Animation was created by Dylan N. Clements, Henry Broadhurst and Richard J. Mellenby. We are grateful to the help of Stephen P. Clarke, Michael Farrell, David Bennett, Ignacio Calvo, William Marshall, Rob Pettit, Neil Burton and John R.Mosley for help in producing the animation.

published:27 Aug 2013

views:204761

published:12 Feb 2016

views:583

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How to know if your dog is a candidate for non surgical treatment of an injured cruciate ligament. Dr Jones shows you the top 2 most important non surgical techniques to heal your dogs injured ACL at home.

published:05 Apr 2015

views:410346

www.helpinghandsvetva.com
ACLInjury in Dogs
Cruciate ligamant tears in pet’s knees are quite common. Pet’s stand with their knees slightly bent, so there is more constant strain on the cruciate ligament then in human knees. Tearing this ligament causes instability in the knee joint that allows an abnormal motion leading to debilitating arthritis over time. This is called a cranial drawer motion, as it mimics opening a drawer. Here at Helping Hands, we fix the torn ACL in dogs by simply replacing the ligament with a new one. This is called the lateral suture technique. It is also known as the tightrope or extracapsular repair.
Dog ACL SurgeryOptions – Lateral Suture, TPLO & TTACurrently, there are three different procedures to repair an ACL tear. The lateral suture technique, the TPLO or the TTA. Anytime there are three different ways to do anything, it is because not one of them is the best or the best way would be the only way. The good news is, they all work and have good success rates as long as you follow proper post op care.
We only offer the lateral suture technique at Helping Hands. Until the last decade or so, it was the only way to repair an ACL tear in dogs. It can be performed on all sizes and ages of dogs. It is performed by replacing the torn ligament with a false ligament on the outside of the joint. The TPLO and the TTA were developed somewhat recently as a stronger repair because, quite simply, if dogs can tear the ligament they were born with, then there is a risk of tearing the new one we put in. The TPLO and TTA are performed with steel plates that are stronger than a false ligament. However, steel plates are very expensive and take more time to implant, thus part of the reason for the huge difference in price. So, with the lateral suture technique, you have to be willing to assume a slightly higher risk that your pet could re-injure themselves. The implant may tear if they move in a way that caused the original one to tear, thus needing a second surgery. The larger the dog, the more weight is being put on the cranial cruciate ligament. The younger the dog, the more active it is likely to be. So if you have that large, super active pup that will not slow down, or you simply want to reduce the risk of them re injuring themselves and tearing the false implant, then the TPLO or TTA may be the way to go. If you have a large, active dog and cannot afford the TPLO or TTA, the lateral suture will still work very well. We do it everyday. You simply have to assume a slightly higher risk and work a little harder at keeping your pet calm and quiet.
Recover from ACL Surgery for Dogs
The surgery itself is the easy part, the challenging part will fall on you to keep your dog somewhat quiet and still for 6 – 8 weeks post- op. The first 2 weeks require crate rest. A crate is the only way to ensure no jarring, jumping or pushing off motions from occurring. The post op care is the same no matter which procedure you choose. I get the easy part of the job, the surgery, and you get the hard part of the job, recovery. If, you choose to come to Helping Hands, your dog will leave our hospital with a knee, good as new. It is you and your pet’s responsibility to keep it that way. We perform the lateral suture technique on a regular basis with great success on all sizes and ages of pets. We know having choices is good but can also make the decision for what is best challenging.

published:15 Mar 2016

views:27444

This video demonstrates the TPLO procedure in dogs for the repair of a torn ACL. Watch as Dr. TimothyGuild explains the anatomy of the knee and an overview of the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy procedure (TPLO). Dr. Guild is a veterinarian providing cutting edge orthopedic surgical options to canine and feline patients in West Bloomfield, MI at Animal HospitalMapleOrchard

Just like people, dogs can rupture their cranial cruciate ligament. When injured, it can be very painful & will likely require surgery. If you notice your dog limping on a hind leg, you should bring it to the attention of your veterinarian. He or she can determine if it is a cruciate injury and the best treatment option available.
To learn more, we will listen to Dr. Brian Beale, a board certified veterinary surgeon.

Anterior cruciate ligament

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of a pair of cruciate ligaments (the other being the posterior cruciate ligament) in the humanknee. They are also called cruciform ligaments as they are arranged in a crossed formation. In the quadrupedstifle joint (analogous to the knee), based on its anatomical position, it is also referred to as the cranial cruciate ligament. The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the four main ligaments of the knee, and the ACL provides 85% of the restraining force to anterior tibial displacement at 30 degrees and 90 degrees of knee flexion.

Structure

The ACL originates from deep within the notch of the distal femur. Its proximal fibers fan out along the medial wall of the lateral femoral condyle. There are two bundles of the ACL—the anteromedial and the posterolateral, named according to where the bundles insert into the tibial plateau. (The tibia plateau is a critical weight-bearing region on the upper extremity of the tibia). The ACL attaches in front of the intercondyloid eminence of the tibia, being blended with the anterior horn of the medial meniscus.

Cruciate ligament

Cruciate ligaments (also cruciform ligaments) are pairs of ligaments arranged like a letter X. They occur in several joints of the body, such as the knee. In a fashion similar to the cords in a toy Jacob's ladder, the crossed ligaments stabilize the joint while allowing a very large range of motion.

Structure

Cruciate ligaments occur in the knee of humans and other bipedal animals and the corresponding stifle of quadrupedal animals, and in the neck, fingers, and foot.

The cruciate ligaments of the knee are the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). These ligaments are two strong, rounded bands that extend from the head of the tibia to the intercondyloid notch of the femur. The ACL is lateral and the PCL is medial. They cross each other like the limbs of an X. They are named for their insertion into the tibia: the ACL attaches to the anterior aspect of the intercondylar area, the PCL to the posterior aspect. The ACL and PCL remain distinct throughout and each has its own partial synovial sheath. Relative to the femur, the ACL keeps the tibia from slipping forward and the PCL keeps the tibia from slipping backward.

Animation

Animation is the process of making the illusion of motion and change by means of the rapid display of a sequence of static images that minimally differ from each other. The illusion—as in motion pictures in general—is thought to rely on the phi phenomenon. Animators are artists who specialize in the creation of animation.

History

Early examples of attempts to capture the phenomenon of motion into a still drawing can be found in paleolithiccave paintings, where animals are often depicted with multiple legs in superimposed positions, clearly attempting to convey the perception of motion.

The following video explains the effects of rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament on the stifle joint, including some of the diagnostic tests used to identify cranial cruciate ligament rupture and three common surgical procedures used to treat the surgical disease.
PLEASE NOTE: These animations are NOT a guide to performing the procedure, and DO NOT advocate the use of one procedure over another. They have been intentionally simplified to ease understanding of the principles of each procedure.
This animation is free to view thanks to the generosity of the PetPlan Charitable Trust.
The 3D Animation was created by Dylan N. Clements, Henry Broadhurst and Richard J. Mellenby. We are grateful to the help of Stephen P. Clarke, Michael Farrell, David Bennett, Ignacio Calvo, William Marshall, Rob Pettit, Neil Burton and John R.Mosley for help in producing the animation.

Cruciate Ligament Rupture in Dogs: Healing Without Surgery

http://www.theonlinevet.com/newsletter.php
How to know if your dog is a candidate for non surgical treatment of an injured cruciate ligament. Dr Jones shows you the top 2 most important non surgical techniques to heal your dogs injured ACL at home.

www.helpinghandsvetva.com
ACLInjury in Dogs
Cruciate ligamant tears in pet’s knees are quite common. Pet’s stand with their knees slightly bent, so there is more constant strain on the cruciate ligament then in human knees. Tearing this ligament causes instability in the knee joint that allows an abnormal motion leading to debilitating arthritis over time. This is called a cranial drawer motion, as it mimics opening a drawer. Here at Helping Hands, we fix the torn ACL in dogs by simply replacing the ligament with a new one. This is called the lateral suture technique. It is also known as the tightrope or extracapsular repair.
Dog ACL SurgeryOptions – Lateral Suture, TPLO & TTACurrently, there are three different procedures to repair an ACL tear. The lateral suture technique, the TPLO or the TTA. Anytime there are three different ways to do anything, it is because not one of them is the best or the best way would be the only way. The good news is, they all work and have good success rates as long as you follow proper post op care.
We only offer the lateral suture technique at Helping Hands. Until the last decade or so, it was the only way to repair an ACL tear in dogs. It can be performed on all sizes and ages of dogs. It is performed by replacing the torn ligament with a false ligament on the outside of the joint. The TPLO and the TTA were developed somewhat recently as a stronger repair because, quite simply, if dogs can tear the ligament they were born with, then there is a risk of tearing the new one we put in. The TPLO and TTA are performed with steel plates that are stronger than a false ligament. However, steel plates are very expensive and take more time to implant, thus part of the reason for the huge difference in price. So, with the lateral suture technique, you have to be willing to assume a slightly higher risk that your pet could re-injure themselves. The implant may tear if they move in a way that caused the original one to tear, thus needing a second surgery. The larger the dog, the more weight is being put on the cranial cruciate ligament. The younger the dog, the more active it is likely to be. So if you have that large, super active pup that will not slow down, or you simply want to reduce the risk of them re injuring themselves and tearing the false implant, then the TPLO or TTA may be the way to go. If you have a large, active dog and cannot afford the TPLO or TTA, the lateral suture will still work very well. We do it everyday. You simply have to assume a slightly higher risk and work a little harder at keeping your pet calm and quiet.
Recover from ACL Surgery for Dogs
The surgery itself is the easy part, the challenging part will fall on you to keep your dog somewhat quiet and still for 6 – 8 weeks post- op. The first 2 weeks require crate rest. A crate is the only way to ensure no jarring, jumping or pushing off motions from occurring. The post op care is the same no matter which procedure you choose. I get the easy part of the job, the surgery, and you get the hard part of the job, recovery. If, you choose to come to Helping Hands, your dog will leave our hospital with a knee, good as new. It is you and your pet’s responsibility to keep it that way. We perform the lateral suture technique on a regular basis with great success on all sizes and ages of pets. We know having choices is good but can also make the decision for what is best challenging.

This video demonstrates the TPLO procedure in dogs for the repair of a torn ACL. Watch as Dr. TimothyGuild explains the anatomy of the knee and an overview of the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy procedure (TPLO). Dr. Guild is a veterinarian providing cutting edge orthopedic surgical options to canine and feline patients in West Bloomfield, MI at Animal HospitalMapleOrchard

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury in Dogs

Just like people, dogs can rupture their cranial cruciate ligament. When injured, it can be very painful & will likely require surgery. If you notice your dog limping on a hind leg, you should bring it to the attention of your veterinarian. He or she can determine if it is a cruciate injury and the best treatment option available.
To learn more, we will listen to Dr. Brian Beale, a board certified veterinary surgeon.

6:02

Canine Cruciate Ligament Repair

Canine Cruciate Ligament Repair

Canine Cruciate Ligament Repair

13:34

LATERAL SUTURE VIDEO

LATERAL SUTURE VIDEO

LATERAL SUTURE VIDEO

12:06

TightRope® Technique for Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle

TightRope® Technique for Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle

TightRope® Technique for Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle

In this second part of our “The Cranial Cruciate Ligament” series, Dr. Shadi Ireifej, a board certified veterinary surgeon who performs a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and soft tissue surgery, describes one of the many surgical corrective techniques commonly performed called the “lateral suture technique”.

10:01

Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle with the Arthrex Corkscrew® Anchor

Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle with the Arthrex Corkscrew® Anchor

Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle with the Arthrex Corkscrew® Anchor

The following video explains the effects of rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament on the stifle joint, including some of the diagnostic tests used to identify cranial cruciate ligament rupture and three common surgical procedures used to treat the surgical disease.
PLEASE NOTE: These animations are NOT a guide to performing the procedure, and DO NOT advocate the use of one procedure over another. They have been intentionally simplified to ease understanding of the principles of each procedure.
This animation is free to view thanks to the generosity of the PetPlan Charitable Trust.
The 3D Animation was created by Dylan N. Clements, Henry Broadhurst and Richard J. Mellenby. We are grateful to the help of Stephen P. Clarke, Michael Farrell, David Bennett, Ignacio Calvo, William Marshall...

Cruciate Ligament Rupture in Dogs: Healing Without Surgery

http://www.theonlinevet.com/newsletter.php
How to know if your dog is a candidate for non surgical treatment of an injured cruciate ligament. Dr Jones shows you the top 2 most important non surgical techniques to heal your dogs injured ACL at home.

www.helpinghandsvetva.com
ACLInjury in Dogs
Cruciate ligamant tears in pet’s knees are quite common. Pet’s stand with their knees slightly bent, so there is more constant strain on the cruciate ligament then in human knees. Tearing this ligament causes instability in the knee joint that allows an abnormal motion leading to debilitating arthritis over time. This is called a cranial drawer motion, as it mimics opening a drawer. Here at Helping Hands, we fix the torn ACL in dogs by simply replacing the ligament with a new one. This is called the lateral suture technique. It is also known as the tightrope or extracapsular repair.
Dog ACL SurgeryOptions – Lateral Suture, TPLO & TTACurrently, there are three different procedures to repair an ACL tear. The lateral suture technique, the TPLO ...

This video demonstrates the TPLO procedure in dogs for the repair of a torn ACL. Watch as Dr. TimothyGuild explains the anatomy of the knee and an overview of the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy procedure (TPLO). Dr. Guild is a veterinarian providing cutting edge orthopedic surgical options to canine and feline patients in West Bloomfield, MI at Animal HospitalMapleOrchard

Surgical Options for Canine CCLR

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury in Dogs

Just like people, dogs can rupture their cranial cruciate ligament. When injured, it can be very painful & will likely require surgery. If you notice your dog limping on a hind leg, you should bring it to the attention of your veterinarian. He or she can determine if it is a cruciate injury and the best treatment option available.
To learn more, we will listen to Dr. Brian Beale, a board certified veterinary surgeon.

published: 28 Oct 2010

Canine Cruciate Ligament Repair

published: 08 May 2012

LATERAL SUTURE VIDEO

published: 29 Aug 2013

TightRope® Technique for Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle

Cruciate repair in a dog

In this second part of our “The Cranial Cruciate Ligament” series, Dr. Shadi Ireifej, a board certified veterinary surgeon who performs a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and soft tissue surgery, describes one of the many surgical corrective techniques commonly performed called the “lateral suture technique”.

published: 30 Apr 2018

Stabilization of the Cranial Cruciate Deficient Stifle with the Arthrex Corkscrew® Anchor

The following video explains the effects of rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament on the stifle joint, including some of the diagnostic tests used to identif...

The following video explains the effects of rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament on the stifle joint, including some of the diagnostic tests used to identify cranial cruciate ligament rupture and three common surgical procedures used to treat the surgical disease.
PLEASE NOTE: These animations are NOT a guide to performing the procedure, and DO NOT advocate the use of one procedure over another. They have been intentionally simplified to ease understanding of the principles of each procedure.
This animation is free to view thanks to the generosity of the PetPlan Charitable Trust.
The 3D Animation was created by Dylan N. Clements, Henry Broadhurst and Richard J. Mellenby. We are grateful to the help of Stephen P. Clarke, Michael Farrell, David Bennett, Ignacio Calvo, William Marshall, Rob Pettit, Neil Burton and John R.Mosley for help in producing the animation.

The following video explains the effects of rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament on the stifle joint, including some of the diagnostic tests used to identify cranial cruciate ligament rupture and three common surgical procedures used to treat the surgical disease.
PLEASE NOTE: These animations are NOT a guide to performing the procedure, and DO NOT advocate the use of one procedure over another. They have been intentionally simplified to ease understanding of the principles of each procedure.
This animation is free to view thanks to the generosity of the PetPlan Charitable Trust.
The 3D Animation was created by Dylan N. Clements, Henry Broadhurst and Richard J. Mellenby. We are grateful to the help of Stephen P. Clarke, Michael Farrell, David Bennett, Ignacio Calvo, William Marshall, Rob Pettit, Neil Burton and John R.Mosley for help in producing the animation.

Cruciate Ligament Rupture in Dogs: Healing Without Surgery

http://www.theonlinevet.com/newsletter.php
How to know if your dog is a candidate for non surgical treatment of an injured cruciate ligament. Dr Jones shows you...

http://www.theonlinevet.com/newsletter.php
How to know if your dog is a candidate for non surgical treatment of an injured cruciate ligament. Dr Jones shows you the top 2 most important non surgical techniques to heal your dogs injured ACL at home.

http://www.theonlinevet.com/newsletter.php
How to know if your dog is a candidate for non surgical treatment of an injured cruciate ligament. Dr Jones shows you the top 2 most important non surgical techniques to heal your dogs injured ACL at home.

www.helpinghandsvetva.com
ACLInjury in Dogs
Cruciate ligamant tears in pet’s knees are quite common. Pet’s stand with their knees slightly bent, so there is m...

www.helpinghandsvetva.com
ACLInjury in Dogs
Cruciate ligamant tears in pet’s knees are quite common. Pet’s stand with their knees slightly bent, so there is more constant strain on the cruciate ligament then in human knees. Tearing this ligament causes instability in the knee joint that allows an abnormal motion leading to debilitating arthritis over time. This is called a cranial drawer motion, as it mimics opening a drawer. Here at Helping Hands, we fix the torn ACL in dogs by simply replacing the ligament with a new one. This is called the lateral suture technique. It is also known as the tightrope or extracapsular repair.
Dog ACL SurgeryOptions – Lateral Suture, TPLO & TTACurrently, there are three different procedures to repair an ACL tear. The lateral suture technique, the TPLO or the TTA. Anytime there are three different ways to do anything, it is because not one of them is the best or the best way would be the only way. The good news is, they all work and have good success rates as long as you follow proper post op care.
We only offer the lateral suture technique at Helping Hands. Until the last decade or so, it was the only way to repair an ACL tear in dogs. It can be performed on all sizes and ages of dogs. It is performed by replacing the torn ligament with a false ligament on the outside of the joint. The TPLO and the TTA were developed somewhat recently as a stronger repair because, quite simply, if dogs can tear the ligament they were born with, then there is a risk of tearing the new one we put in. The TPLO and TTA are performed with steel plates that are stronger than a false ligament. However, steel plates are very expensive and take more time to implant, thus part of the reason for the huge difference in price. So, with the lateral suture technique, you have to be willing to assume a slightly higher risk that your pet could re-injure themselves. The implant may tear if they move in a way that caused the original one to tear, thus needing a second surgery. The larger the dog, the more weight is being put on the cranial cruciate ligament. The younger the dog, the more active it is likely to be. So if you have that large, super active pup that will not slow down, or you simply want to reduce the risk of them re injuring themselves and tearing the false implant, then the TPLO or TTA may be the way to go. If you have a large, active dog and cannot afford the TPLO or TTA, the lateral suture will still work very well. We do it everyday. You simply have to assume a slightly higher risk and work a little harder at keeping your pet calm and quiet.
Recover from ACL Surgery for Dogs
The surgery itself is the easy part, the challenging part will fall on you to keep your dog somewhat quiet and still for 6 – 8 weeks post- op. The first 2 weeks require crate rest. A crate is the only way to ensure no jarring, jumping or pushing off motions from occurring. The post op care is the same no matter which procedure you choose. I get the easy part of the job, the surgery, and you get the hard part of the job, recovery. If, you choose to come to Helping Hands, your dog will leave our hospital with a knee, good as new. It is you and your pet’s responsibility to keep it that way. We perform the lateral suture technique on a regular basis with great success on all sizes and ages of pets. We know having choices is good but can also make the decision for what is best challenging.

www.helpinghandsvetva.com
ACLInjury in Dogs
Cruciate ligamant tears in pet’s knees are quite common. Pet’s stand with their knees slightly bent, so there is more constant strain on the cruciate ligament then in human knees. Tearing this ligament causes instability in the knee joint that allows an abnormal motion leading to debilitating arthritis over time. This is called a cranial drawer motion, as it mimics opening a drawer. Here at Helping Hands, we fix the torn ACL in dogs by simply replacing the ligament with a new one. This is called the lateral suture technique. It is also known as the tightrope or extracapsular repair.
Dog ACL SurgeryOptions – Lateral Suture, TPLO & TTACurrently, there are three different procedures to repair an ACL tear. The lateral suture technique, the TPLO or the TTA. Anytime there are three different ways to do anything, it is because not one of them is the best or the best way would be the only way. The good news is, they all work and have good success rates as long as you follow proper post op care.
We only offer the lateral suture technique at Helping Hands. Until the last decade or so, it was the only way to repair an ACL tear in dogs. It can be performed on all sizes and ages of dogs. It is performed by replacing the torn ligament with a false ligament on the outside of the joint. The TPLO and the TTA were developed somewhat recently as a stronger repair because, quite simply, if dogs can tear the ligament they were born with, then there is a risk of tearing the new one we put in. The TPLO and TTA are performed with steel plates that are stronger than a false ligament. However, steel plates are very expensive and take more time to implant, thus part of the reason for the huge difference in price. So, with the lateral suture technique, you have to be willing to assume a slightly higher risk that your pet could re-injure themselves. The implant may tear if they move in a way that caused the original one to tear, thus needing a second surgery. The larger the dog, the more weight is being put on the cranial cruciate ligament. The younger the dog, the more active it is likely to be. So if you have that large, super active pup that will not slow down, or you simply want to reduce the risk of them re injuring themselves and tearing the false implant, then the TPLO or TTA may be the way to go. If you have a large, active dog and cannot afford the TPLO or TTA, the lateral suture will still work very well. We do it everyday. You simply have to assume a slightly higher risk and work a little harder at keeping your pet calm and quiet.
Recover from ACL Surgery for Dogs
The surgery itself is the easy part, the challenging part will fall on you to keep your dog somewhat quiet and still for 6 – 8 weeks post- op. The first 2 weeks require crate rest. A crate is the only way to ensure no jarring, jumping or pushing off motions from occurring. The post op care is the same no matter which procedure you choose. I get the easy part of the job, the surgery, and you get the hard part of the job, recovery. If, you choose to come to Helping Hands, your dog will leave our hospital with a knee, good as new. It is you and your pet’s responsibility to keep it that way. We perform the lateral suture technique on a regular basis with great success on all sizes and ages of pets. We know having choices is good but can also make the decision for what is best challenging.

This video demonstrates the TPLO procedure in dogs for the repair of a torn ACL. Watch as Dr. TimothyGuild explains the anatomy of the knee and an overview of...

This video demonstrates the TPLO procedure in dogs for the repair of a torn ACL. Watch as Dr. TimothyGuild explains the anatomy of the knee and an overview of the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy procedure (TPLO). Dr. Guild is a veterinarian providing cutting edge orthopedic surgical options to canine and feline patients in West Bloomfield, MI at Animal HospitalMapleOrchard

This video demonstrates the TPLO procedure in dogs for the repair of a torn ACL. Watch as Dr. TimothyGuild explains the anatomy of the knee and an overview of the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy procedure (TPLO). Dr. Guild is a veterinarian providing cutting edge orthopedic surgical options to canine and feline patients in West Bloomfield, MI at Animal HospitalMapleOrchard

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury in Dogs

Just like people, dogs can rupture their cranial cruciate ligament. When injured, it can be very painful & will likely require surgery. If you notice your dog l...

Just like people, dogs can rupture their cranial cruciate ligament. When injured, it can be very painful & will likely require surgery. If you notice your dog limping on a hind leg, you should bring it to the attention of your veterinarian. He or she can determine if it is a cruciate injury and the best treatment option available.
To learn more, we will listen to Dr. Brian Beale, a board certified veterinary surgeon.

Just like people, dogs can rupture their cranial cruciate ligament. When injured, it can be very painful & will likely require surgery. If you notice your dog limping on a hind leg, you should bring it to the attention of your veterinarian. He or she can determine if it is a cruciate injury and the best treatment option available.
To learn more, we will listen to Dr. Brian Beale, a board certified veterinary surgeon.

In this second part of our “The Cranial Cruciate Ligament” series, Dr. Shadi Ireifej, a board certified veterinary surgeon who performs a variety of neurologica...

In this second part of our “The Cranial Cruciate Ligament” series, Dr. Shadi Ireifej, a board certified veterinary surgeon who performs a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and soft tissue surgery, describes one of the many surgical corrective techniques commonly performed called the “lateral suture technique”.

In this second part of our “The Cranial Cruciate Ligament” series, Dr. Shadi Ireifej, a board certified veterinary surgeon who performs a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and soft tissue surgery, describes one of the many surgical corrective techniques commonly performed called the “lateral suture technique”.

The following video explains the effects of rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament on the stifle joint, including some of the diagnostic tests used to identify cranial cruciate ligament rupture and three common surgical procedures used to treat the surgical disease.
PLEASE NOTE: These animations are NOT a guide to performing the procedure, and DO NOT advocate the use of one procedure over another. They have been intentionally simplified to ease understanding of the principles of each procedure.
This animation is free to view thanks to the generosity of the PetPlan Charitable Trust.
The 3D Animation was created by Dylan N. Clements, Henry Broadhurst and Richard J. Mellenby. We are grateful to the help of Stephen P. Clarke, Michael Farrell, David Bennett, Ignacio Calvo, William Marshall, Rob Pettit, Neil Burton and John R.Mosley for help in producing the animation.

Cruciate Ligament Rupture in Dogs: Healing Without Surgery

http://www.theonlinevet.com/newsletter.php
How to know if your dog is a candidate for non surgical treatment of an injured cruciate ligament. Dr Jones shows you the top 2 most important non surgical techniques to heal your dogs injured ACL at home.

www.helpinghandsvetva.com
ACLInjury in Dogs
Cruciate ligamant tears in pet’s knees are quite common. Pet’s stand with their knees slightly bent, so there is more constant strain on the cruciate ligament then in human knees. Tearing this ligament causes instability in the knee joint that allows an abnormal motion leading to debilitating arthritis over time. This is called a cranial drawer motion, as it mimics opening a drawer. Here at Helping Hands, we fix the torn ACL in dogs by simply replacing the ligament with a new one. This is called the lateral suture technique. It is also known as the tightrope or extracapsular repair.
Dog ACL SurgeryOptions – Lateral Suture, TPLO & TTACurrently, there are three different procedures to repair an ACL tear. The lateral suture technique, the TPLO or the TTA. Anytime there are three different ways to do anything, it is because not one of them is the best or the best way would be the only way. The good news is, they all work and have good success rates as long as you follow proper post op care.
We only offer the lateral suture technique at Helping Hands. Until the last decade or so, it was the only way to repair an ACL tear in dogs. It can be performed on all sizes and ages of dogs. It is performed by replacing the torn ligament with a false ligament on the outside of the joint. The TPLO and the TTA were developed somewhat recently as a stronger repair because, quite simply, if dogs can tear the ligament they were born with, then there is a risk of tearing the new one we put in. The TPLO and TTA are performed with steel plates that are stronger than a false ligament. However, steel plates are very expensive and take more time to implant, thus part of the reason for the huge difference in price. So, with the lateral suture technique, you have to be willing to assume a slightly higher risk that your pet could re-injure themselves. The implant may tear if they move in a way that caused the original one to tear, thus needing a second surgery. The larger the dog, the more weight is being put on the cranial cruciate ligament. The younger the dog, the more active it is likely to be. So if you have that large, super active pup that will not slow down, or you simply want to reduce the risk of them re injuring themselves and tearing the false implant, then the TPLO or TTA may be the way to go. If you have a large, active dog and cannot afford the TPLO or TTA, the lateral suture will still work very well. We do it everyday. You simply have to assume a slightly higher risk and work a little harder at keeping your pet calm and quiet.
Recover from ACL Surgery for Dogs
The surgery itself is the easy part, the challenging part will fall on you to keep your dog somewhat quiet and still for 6 – 8 weeks post- op. The first 2 weeks require crate rest. A crate is the only way to ensure no jarring, jumping or pushing off motions from occurring. The post op care is the same no matter which procedure you choose. I get the easy part of the job, the surgery, and you get the hard part of the job, recovery. If, you choose to come to Helping Hands, your dog will leave our hospital with a knee, good as new. It is you and your pet’s responsibility to keep it that way. We perform the lateral suture technique on a regular basis with great success on all sizes and ages of pets. We know having choices is good but can also make the decision for what is best challenging.

This video demonstrates the TPLO procedure in dogs for the repair of a torn ACL. Watch as Dr. TimothyGuild explains the anatomy of the knee and an overview of the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy procedure (TPLO). Dr. Guild is a veterinarian providing cutting edge orthopedic surgical options to canine and feline patients in West Bloomfield, MI at Animal HospitalMapleOrchard

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury in Dogs

Just like people, dogs can rupture their cranial cruciate ligament. When injured, it can be very painful & will likely require surgery. If you notice your dog limping on a hind leg, you should bring it to the attention of your veterinarian. He or she can determine if it is a cruciate injury and the best treatment option available.
To learn more, we will listen to Dr. Brian Beale, a board certified veterinary surgeon.

In this second part of our “The Cranial Cruciate Ligament” series, Dr. Shadi Ireifej, a board certified veterinary surgeon who performs a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and soft tissue surgery, describes one of the many surgical corrective techniques commonly performed called the “lateral suture technique”.

Anterior cruciate ligament

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of a pair of cruciate ligaments (the other being the posterior cruciate ligament) in the humanknee. They are also called cruciform ligaments as they are arranged in a crossed formation. In the quadrupedstifle joint (analogous to the knee), based on its anatomical position, it is also referred to as the cranial cruciate ligament. The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the four main ligaments of the knee, and the ACL provides 85% of the restraining force to anterior tibial displacement at 30 degrees and 90 degrees of knee flexion.

Structure

The ACL originates from deep within the notch of the distal femur. Its proximal fibers fan out along the medial wall of the lateral femoral condyle. There are two bundles of the ACL—the anteromedial and the posterolateral, named according to where the bundles insert into the tibial plateau. (The tibia plateau is a critical weight-bearing region on the upper extremity of the tibia). The ACL attaches in front of the intercondyloid eminence of the tibia, being blended with the anterior horn of the medial meniscus.